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We are one of 250 + branches of the RNA worldwide.

09/11/2026

On Friday the 6th of November, Eastbourne RNA was proud to host our inaugural Remembrance Black Tie Dinner, at the Hydro Hotel Eastbourne. Eastbourne RNA was please to greet over 80, shipmates, veterans, Mayors, Deputy Mayors, dignitaries, friends and family from across the wider local area.

We were also, extremely grateful to our first special guest of Honour, Rear Admiral Jude Terry, who gave her valuable time to attend and support our event. I know that our guests enjoyed meeting and talking with her and, also enjoyed her speech.

Many thanks to the youngsters from Ratton school choir, who treated guests to a selection of pre dinner A Ca****la songs and a couple of songs from shows.

The act of Remembrance and tribute to Absent friends was led by S/m and serving member Lt Cdr Speedy Steadman and the prayers of remembrance were given by our S/m Deacon Neil Taylor. We would also like to thank, local Charity event organiser Don McPhee and his team who gave their time to help us organise this event and help run the raffle and charity auction. The proceeds will go to veterans charities. Our thanks also go to the Hydro Hotel and it's excellent staff for all that they did for us on Friday.

Our intention is that, this will be the first of an annual event.

09/11/2026

Shipmates from the Royal Naval Association - Eastbourne Branch were proud, to come together with other veterans, serving personnel, Police, Fire and Ambulance personnel, Cadet forces and local Organisations for the service of Remembrance at the Eastbourne War Memorial on Sunday the 8th of November. The moving service of remembrance was attended by a very large crowd of Eastbourne residents who gathered to pay their respects.

02/11/2026

On Sunday 1st November, the Royal Naval Association - Eastbourne was proud to parade our Standard, alongside those of veterans from the Army, RAF, Eastbourne RBL and the Union Flag. The event was the Eastbourne Silver Band Concert of Remembrance at Our Lady of Ransom Church Eastbourne. The Standards started the Concert by parading down the centre aisle to form a small drumhead at the alter. I must admit to the sin of pride, to be able to parade our standard to 'Hearts of Oak'. On this occasion, supported by two cadets from Eastbourne Royal Marine Cadet Unit.

This was followed by a programme of music and readings of remembrance and reflection to honour those who have served and still serve. The afternoon completed with a service of remembrance including the Last Post, Reveille and sunset.

22/10/2026

Yesterday our Shipmates enjoyed a Trafalgar Lunch at the Langham Hotel Eastbourne. Once again Good food, drink and company to commemorate "The Immortal Memory". Thanks as always to our Social Sec Jennie, assisted by Val, for organising a great event enjoyed by everyone.

22/10/2026

All set up at Langney Shopping Centre for another year.

24/09/2026

On Tuesday the 22nd of September, shipmates from the Royal Naval Association - Eastbourne were proud to attend the Eastbourne Sea Cadet unit evening training night and support our shipmate Roger Daniels. Roger, in his role as a Lt Cdr (SCC) RNR was presented with the Captains Medal for an incredible 50 years adult service to the Sea Cadet Corps. Roger is pictured being presented with his medal by the Captain Sea Cadets, Captain Hannah Mackenzie VR RN. Earlier this year, Roger was presented with the 6th clasp to his Cadet Forces medal by, Rear Admiral John Kingwell CBE. Captain Mackenzie, in her dedication said that this was an extraordinary milestone. Roger joined the unit as a Petty Officer instructor on leaving the RN in 1976. He was soon commissioned and finally promoted to Lt Cdr. Roger during this time has supported the wider organisation as Sussex District training Officer, Assistant District Officer and finally Deputy District Officer. In 2014 Roger returned to the Eastbourne Unit to take command for 2 years. Captain Mackenzie finished by saying " Thank you Sir, for 50 years of service, leadership and inspiration to the Eastbourne Unit, Sussex district and the wider Sea Cadet family, Your contribution is immeasurable".
BZ shipmate for your incredible service and achievement.

17/09/2026

A good evening at the Royal Naval Association - Eastbourne monthly meeting last night when our Chairman S/m Mal Chumbley was able to welcome four new shipmates to our branch. So, welcome, S/ms Peter Davey, Richard Hiscock, Rob Evans and Barry Selth. ⚓

03/09/2026

13/08/2026

A wonderful afternoon cream tea, enjoyed by about 30 of our shipmates, at the Hydro Hotel Eastbourne. All enjoyed with a great view over the sunny East Sussex coast line and a great vantage point to watch the Eastbourne Air show. Great food and great company. Just a shame that the Red Arrows are stuck somewhere in Canada, what can I say, let down by the RAF again. 🤣🛫

Once again our thanks to our Social secs, Jen and Val for organising the tea. Also thanks to Area 3 Chairman Paul Stone, and his sister in law Sheila, for travelling from near Chichester to join us. Paul was last seen enjoying the extra Pimms that became available. 🥂🥂🍹⚓️

07/08/2026

Set up to support a Veterans drop in event at Mais House RBL care home in Bexhill.

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